Thursday, October 29, 2015

Halloween Craze in Japan

I've been dealing with fatigue lately, it's hard to find the strength to write. I went to the doctor and he prescribed some pills for iron deficiency. It must also be seasonal fatigue brought by the autumn climate. Anyway, I'm just explaining why I haven't written lately. Also, this information might help you if you're feeling tired all the time.

I just finished my classes with a Halloween-themed lesson. My Japanese teachers asked me to do it. They want the students to be more familiar with Western celebrations. However, the students don't really need a lesson on Halloween. They already know the traditional scary characters, the costume parties and the trick or treats. The younger Japanese generation are all too familiar with Halloween.

You see Japan has perhaps the longest Halloween celebration. Since August, stores have been peppered with Halloween decorations. Halloween goods have been displayed in almost every mall I've been to. Even the seasonal pumpkin pudding I like has been available since summer. With only a day to go before Halloween, commercializing this event has come full force. When I visited Tokyo last week, each Ward has an advertised Halloween party particularly in the areas of Roppongi, Shinjuku, Shibuya and Ueno. Even in Hamamatsu, the main station is full of Halloween-related displays.

The last factor, cosplay, is probably the major reason why Halloween is a big thing in Japan. Halloween is not only a kids' event. There are more adults celebrating it, probably, as an excuse to dress up.

With all the things I've shared, you're probably thinking how exciting Halloween in Japan is. If you're still wondering how you'll spend Halloween, check Deep Japan's list of events: How to Spend Halloween in Japan. Universal Studios Japan and Tokyo Disneyland are also go-to places during this season. Or, you can always gather friends and have your very own Halloween Party. Whatever you plan, I hope you'll have a:

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